Master of Science in Marine Biology
A research-oriented Master's programme focused on marine ecosystems and environmental change.
Best for:Best for students with a background in biology or environmental sciences seeking a research-intensive career in marine biology.
Overview
The Master of Science in Marine Biology at the University of Bremen is a research-focused programme designed to train students in hypothesis-driven research and experimental design. Students explore critical questions regarding marine ecosystem functioning and the impacts of environmental change at local and global scales. The curriculum benefits from a unique partnership with world-class institutions, including the Alfred Wegener Institute and the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology. Many courses are conducted directly within these research facilities, providing students with access to cutting-edge infrastructure and direct mentorship from leading experts.
What you'll do
- Develop hypothesis-driven research concepts
- Design experimental approaches for marine ecosystem studies
- Participate in theoretical and practical modular courses
- Engage in research projects within partner institutes
- Conduct independent scientific research for the Master's thesis
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's (BSc) degree in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, oceanography or a closely related discipline
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 level (e.g., IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, or equivalent)
Instruction: English
- Academic background in biology or related environmental sciences
- Minimum grade point average of 2.5 (German scale)
- Completion of at least 135 ECTS credits at the time of application
- Advanced English proficiency (C1 level)
- Applicants must hold or be near completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree
- Must have obtained at least 135 ECTS credits to apply
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-04-30
Applications must be submitted online via the university portal. Candidates are required to upload a CV, letter of motivation, transcript of records, and proof of English proficiency as PDF files. Do not send hard copies unless explicitly requested after admission.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Transcript of study records
- Proof of English language proficiency
Contact
Secretariat for Students International
https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscmarbiol/application-and-admission
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